One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to one of the most desirable locations in Lakewood Ranch. Nestled in the highly sought-after community of River Club, this beautifully upgraded 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom + den, 3-car garage pool home offers the perfect blend of luxury, functionality, and convenience. Known for its larger homesites, low HOA fees, no CDD, and top-rated schools, River Club provides a serene, established neighborhood feel while being just moments away from everything Lakewood Ranch has to offer. Perfectly situated on a lushly landscaped corner lot, this home is just half a mile from Lakewood Ranch Main Street, giving you easy access to dining, shopping, entertainment, and community events. You’re also minutes from the UTC Mall, Nathan Benderson Park, Lakewood Ranch Hospital, and the award-winning Gulf Coast beaches — all with quick access to I-75, Sarasota, and Tampa. Inside, the home welcomes you with a grand open-concept layout featuring two living areas, two dining spaces, and soaring 10 to 12-foot ceilings. The chef-inspired kitchen is the true heart of the home, complete with custom Hickory wood cabinetry, granite countertops, a coordinating tile backsplash, breakfast bar, and an eat-in nook framed by an aquarium window that overlooks the sparkling saltwater pool and fully updated lanai. This move-in-ready home is filled with upgrades and thoughtful details throughout, including a paid-in-full whole-house solar system for energy efficiency, a 3-zone HVAC system installed in 2019, a tile roof, gutters, and water heater all replaced in 2021, as well as updated windows and sliding doors. Beautiful tile flooring runs throughout the entire home, offering durability and ease of maintenance. The saltwater pool area has been completely updated with new screens and a tranquil fountain feature, creating the perfect outdoor oasis. The spacious and bright primary suite includes a large walk-in closet with a custom closet system and a spa-like en-suite bathroom. The split-bedroom layout ensures privacy for both owners and guests. The third bedroom features a built-in Murphy bed with a desk conversion and custom storage, making it ideal for guests, a hobby room, or a second office. The den, updated in 2024 with custom built-ins, provides a quiet and functional space for working from home. Additional features include a whole-house water softening system, a reverse osmosis system in the kitchen, low-voltage landscape lighting, and a converted workshop in the third garage bay, which can also function as standard garage space if needed. River Club offers a relaxed lifestyle with a public golf course and restaurant just down the road, no mandatory memberships, and a strong sense of community. With its prime location, extensive upgrades, and thoughtful design, this exceptional home provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy the best of Lakewood Ranch living.